K2 Intelligence ANA Report Continues to Show Impact on Advertising Industry
Nearly four years on from K2 Intelligence’s 2016 “Independent Study of Media Transparency in the U.S. Advertising Industry,” the report still demonstrates a profound impact on best practice reforms in the advertising industry. According to Hispanic Ad (24 March 2020), “The study’s findings reverberated throughout the U.S. advertising, media, and marketing industries and served to exacerbate already […]
Bloomberg Interviews K2 Intelligence on Coronavirus and Political Event Safety Protocols
How should political candidates conduct safe rallies and events in light of the coronavirus outbreak? In a Bloomberg article, K2 Intelligence shared insight on steps that should be considered. According to experts, coronavirus or any health epidemic would not be considered a manageable risk—but following CDC guidance can help. The article also discusses: Local […]
Thomson Reuters Features K2 Intelligence FIN on Avoiding Financial Scams During Coronavirus Uncertainty
In “COVID-19 and Financial Scams, Fraud and Misinformation: What You Need to Know” (17 Mar. 2020), Thomson Reuters talked to K2 Intelligence FIN to discover top tips to avoid financial scams. According to K2-FIN, consumers and institutions alike must be diligent during this time of uncertainty. Fraudsters play on people’s anxieties, and the uncertainty with COVID-19 […]
ANA and Advertising Industry at Large Continue to Recognize K2 Intelligence’s Media Buying Transparency Report
In an interview with former Mediacom CEO Jon Mandel, K2 Intelligence’s Independent Study of Media Transparency in the U.S. Advertising Industry is cited as having continued impact on the advertising and media buying industry. According to Mandel, many of the recommendations in the report remain true and action is ongoing—including the recent implementation of a […]
K2 Intelligence Financial Integrity Network to Sponsor and Speak at AML & ABC Forum in London
NEW YORK – 27 February 2020 – K2 Intelligence Financial Integrity Network (FIN) today announced the firm’s participation in the AML & ABC Forum 2020 in London. The firm will be speaking at and sponsoring the event, held March 10 and 11. The forum, which is designed to enable the financial services industry to benchmark […]
Marie Claire Profiles Investigation Into “Hollywood Con Queen” Impersonation Scam
In “The Hollywood Con Queen” (Marie Claire, 19 Feb. 2020), K2 Intelligence’s work on the nefarious impersonation scam is profiled in great detail. Highlighting the investigative work of the K2 Intelligence team spearheaded by Nicoletta Kotsianas, senior director, the piece describes the twists and turns of the scam – and how K2 Intelligence worked to […]
K2 Intelligence Financial Integrity Network Double Down on Cross-Border Deal Compliance Solutions with CFIUS Advisory Services
New practice will help dealmakers navigate national security requirements set by CFIUS and FIRRMA. NEW YORK/WASHINGTON, DC – 12 February 2020 – K2 Intelligence and Financial Integrity Network (FIN) today launched CFIUS Advisory Services, the first significant offering by the combined entity since merging in September 2019. This offering will be dedicated to helping a […]
Worth Magazine Risk Mitigation Strategies
In “The 7 Biggest Threats Facing High Net Worth Families Today” (Worth Magazine, 7 January 2020), K2 Intelligence highlights the top ways high-net-worth families can mitigate risks, including: Don’t put trust on autopilot: Ensure consistent due diligence by screening those hired to work in a family’s inner circle on a regular basis, not just at […]
K2 Intelligence Media Transparency Study Continues Impact on Media-Buying Strategies in 2020
K2 Intelligence’s landmark report on media transparency for the ANA continues to have an impact on the advertising industry and media-buying marketplace. According to Adweek (27 Dec. 2019)and New Digital Age (3 Jan. 2020), brands are considering pulling media-buying capabilities in-house as a result of the ripple effects of the report’s findings, but in-house is not a one-size-fits-all solution. Per AdWeek, […]
The Corporatization of Cyber Crime
In “The Corporatization of Cyber Crime” (CFO.com, 2 Nov. 2016), K2 Intelligence describes why nation states are the most frightening type of illegal cyber organizations. According to the team, nation states have “the most time and the most resources behind them” and have no constraints on them. Most of the corporate criminal organizations that deploy […]